Structured Finance Associate

BCL Legal; New York, Philadelphia, Miami (NY, Philadelphia County, FL); Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Hybrid working model

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a Structured Finance associate with a focus on commercial mortgage-backed securities, across its US offices in NY, Philadelphia, or Miami. The role offers exposure to sophisticated cross-border work and a prestigious client base, with a hybrid working model and strong training and progression opportunities.

You will conduct legal research, draft documents, manage transactions from inception to closing, and build client relationships while collaborating

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a relevant structured finance role.
• Admitted to the state bar of your desired office location.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Sound business judgement and a commercial mindset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support transaction preparation.
• Draft briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
• Assist and manage complex cases or transactions from inception to closing.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with professional conduct.
• Collaborate with other lawyers to develop innovative case and transaction strategies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Analytical and problem-solving

Commercial mindset

Organisational skills

Teamwork and collaboration

Education

Bar admission (state bar)

Job description

The firm A vault top 10 AmLaw firm are looking to strategically appoint a Structured Finance associate with a focus on commercial mortgage-backed securities in one of their offices across the US with locations such as NY, Philadelphia, or Miami on offer. This firm operates on an international basis and is regarded as one of the leading firms on the world stage with offices across every financial hub across the globe, they have unrestricted access to sophisticated cross-border work and a prestigious client base. The firm advises a broad range of financial institutions, asset managers, private equity sponsors and corporate clients on complex, high-value transactions, earning an excellent reputation for technical excellence and commercial insight. Their team benefit from being a part of a collaborative and inclusive culture and having access to exceptional training and development programmes. With a genuine commitment to career progression and a strong track record of promoting talent from within, the firm offers an outstanding platform for ambitious lawyers looking to advance their careers in structured finance.

What your day-to-day will look like

• Conducting thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case/transaction preparation and strategy.
• Drafting well-written and reasoned legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
• Assisting and Managing complex cases or transactions from inception to closing including preparing for trials, negotiations, settlements, closings, and other legal activities while continuously demonstrating strong judgement.
• Building, maintaining, and cultivating strong client relationships by providing support and advice whilst addressing concerns promptly and with the utmost professionalism.
• Working collaboratively with other lawyers and business professionals to support and develop innovative case and transaction strategies to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients.

About you

You will have:

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a relevant structured finance role.
• Be admitted to the state bar of your desired office location.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Sound business judgement and a commercial mindset.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Confident and persuasive communicator, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels.

Why join this firm?

• A comprehensive package of benefits including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan.
• Hybrid working model in place with flexibility around your needs.
• Join a market-leading Structured Finance team that advises on complex, high-value transactions for a diverse portfolio of major financial institutions, asset managers, fund sponsors and corporate clients.
• The opportunity to work on sophisticated domestic and cross-border matters enabling you to gain significant exposure to a broad range of structured finance products within a highly collaborative and supportive environment.
• Receive excellent training from a firm committed to your professional development with clear progression opportunities in place.
• A platform for ambitious lawyers looking to expand on their technical expertise working on cutting-edge transactions within a dynamic and international practice.